Which One of the Following Statements Concerning the Standard Deviation

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements concerning the standard deviation is correct?

• A)The standard deviation is a measure of total return.
• B)The higher the standard deviation,the higher the expected return.
• C)The standard deviation varies in direct relation to increases in dividend yield.
• D)The higher the standard deviation,the lower the risk.
• E)The lower the standard deviation,the less certain the rate of return in any one given year.

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